Power is a little like alcohol: the faster it is consumed, the more quickly it affects the brain.

In all superstitions wise men follow fools.

Tact is the ability to make a person see the lightning without letting him feel the bolt.

The art of writing is the art of restraint.

Embracingconflict can become a joy when we know that irritation and frustration canlead to growth and fascination.

Fromlittle acorns mighty oaks do grow.

Glory is a poison that can only be taken in small doses.

A child is not a vase to be filled, but a fire to be lit.

One whodoes not look ahead remains behind.

All that is sometimes needed to make you content with you lot is a bad dream.

Whenyou plant lettuce, if it does not grow well, you don't blame the lettuce. Youlook for reasons it is not doing well. It may need fertilizer, or more water,or less sun. You never blame the lettuce. Yet if we have problems with ourfriends or our family,

You make a mountain of a mole-hill.